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  • Zee Wonder Kids – The Perfect Silver Screen Debut For The Rising Stars

    Zee Wonder Kids – The Perfect Silver Screen Debut For The Rising Stars

    MUMVBAI: A drummer who is just five years old, a young girl who can ‘see’ colours and ‘read’ sentences blindfolded, a mathematical genius who can mentally calculate 10 digit sums in fifteen seconds – the Generation Z sure has astounding talent which is being brought forth by Zee News with its new show “Zee Wonder Kids”. The latest offering by Zee News, Part of Zee Media Corporation Limited, India’s largest news network, ‘Zee Wonder Kids’ will kick off this weekend and be a 13 episode series.

    Zee Wonder Kids is the perfect platform for your kid to show his hidden talents on the big screen and catapult to fame. The show will identify and introduce various child prodigies from across the country and showcase their creative genius to millions of viewers.

    The whiz kids on the show, will be mentored by leading maestros of the entertainment industry like background music composer of Bhaag Milkha Bhaag and Dhoom 2, percussionist Taufiq Qureshi (brother of Zakir Hussain and son of Ustad Allah Rakha), India’s leading fusion band Indian Ocean’s drummer Amit Kilam and the dancing sensation-Bollywood choreographer Mudassar, of Bodyguard and Ready fame. What makes this show unique and different from the regular talent hunt shows for kids that air on TV, is that it is paving the way for a bright future for this bunch of super talented kids. Even after the show, the mentors will take these young achievers under their wing and continue to support and train them to be the future of the entertainment world.

    The show will begin with a small profile story of the Wonder Kid featured on the show which will feature snippets of interviews with him, his family, friends and teachers. Then comes the highlight of the show-the dazzling performance of the wonder kids in front of a live audience. The show will also offer an opportunity for interactions with the wonder kids, their parents and the audience. The show will end on a high note with the mentor doing an impromptu performance with the Wonder Kid.

    An hour long programme, Zee Wonder Kids will be aired every Saturday at 1500 to 1600 hrs. Be enthralled by the antics of the cute little wonders and make your weekend entertaining with Zee Wonder Kids!

  • Zee Business Unveils The most promising Budget Survey

    Zee Business Unveils The most promising Budget Survey

    NEW DELHI: Zee Business (part of India’s largest News Network, Zee Media Corporation Limited) India’s No. 1 Hindi business news channel has taken a lead further by digging deeper relating to news for its viewers spread in India as well as abroad. The business news channel has conducted a nation wide survey in nine cities (Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Kolkata, Patna, Jaipur, Chandigarh, Indore and Lucknow) comprising of industry experts as well as common man to capture mood of masses relating to the forthcoming Union Budget.

     

    A quantitative survey, using a structured questionnaire was administered to CXOs from top 500 companies and SMEs to sense and understand the kind of Budget do industry captains and top honchos expect.

     

    The telephonic survey was conducted with the best minds from India Inc., Indian and global markets, industry experts, economists, intelligentsia as well as chief wage earners (CWEs), housewives/ working women and students. Zee Business unravels the initial expectations of India’s economic future and its subsequent impact based on industry reactions, citizen demands, market implications and expert opinions.

     

    As the world is watching, expectations are running high for Prime Minister Narendra Modi for bringing the Indian economy back on track. It will be a litmus test for the new dispensation as they had promised to millions of Indians before getting the mandate of serving the largest democratic country of the world. Will Narendra Modi and Arun Jaitley stand tall with these expectations revealed? The world is watching!

     

    To know more, watch the ‘Big Story’ on 4th July, Friday where nation’s budget expectations will be unearthed by the Nation’s No.1 Hindi Business News Channel Zee Business.

  • Zee News’ DNA most watch Hindi news show

    Zee News’ DNA most watch Hindi news show

    NEW DELHI: As per the latest TAM data Daily News and Analysis (DNA), one of the flagship news show of Zee News (part of India’s largest News Network, Zee Media Corporation Limited) has emerged as the clear leader in the Hindi News genre. Source : TAM, Wk 25 CS 15+, Wk 25 (2100 – 2159 HRs), Weekdays, GTVTs (000s).

     

    The news show has consistently set standards in Hindi news journalism with its independent voice, thought provoking reportage and threadbare analysis of the top news of the day. The program is hosted by one of the most renowned Sudhir Chaudhary.  Under the guidance of Sudhir Chaudhary, the news show has managed to consistently deliver the numbers and become the viewer’s choice.

     

    As per the latest TAM report (Wk 25), the news show has grabbed maximum eyeballs and has been the leader. The latest viewership figures also proved that DNA is the most watched Hindi news show when it comes to deliver quality reportage of both national and international significance. 

     

    The show – DNA aims to strengthen the credibility, trust, and resolve to be always on the side of the truth, through unbiased and faced-paced reporting and news coverage. 

     

    Zee News (4348 GTVTs) is ahead of Aaj Tak (3300 GTVTs) by 32 per cent and ABP News (2155 GTVTs) by 102 per cent.  Source : TAM, HSM, CS15+, GTVTs (000s), Week 25 (2100-2159 hrs) Weekdays.

     

    Speaking on the occasion, Zee News Editor Sudhir Chaudhary said, “DNA has acquired numero uno position due to informative and factual content that fulfils the need and expectations of the viewers, which is missing in the existing news channels. It is our constant endeavor to provide exclusive, intelligent and informative content. The show also brings forth updates of the latest happenings across the state, city and district level.  The USP of the show is the simplicity.  It showcases the DNA test of every big news, which the nation needs to know in a simple and uncomplicated manner, thus proving to be nation’s favorite news classroom”

  • Get Glued To GOAL: The Ultimate Football Extravaganza On Zee News

    Get Glued To GOAL: The Ultimate Football Extravaganza On Zee News

    MUMBAI: It’s action time once again. The biggest sporting extravaganza of all time ‘FIFA World Cup’ is all set to kick start soon and all you football freaks can rejoice as Zee News will give you all the latest updates and interesting action from FIFA World Cup 2014, straight to your TV screens through its new programme- GOAL! which is to be telecast daily at 8.30 am and 6. 30 pm respectively.

    New Delhi, 05 June, 2014: It’s action time once again. The biggest sporting extravaganza of all time ‘FIFA World Cup’ is all set to kick start soon and all you football freaks can rejoice as Zee News will give you all the latest updates and interesting action from FIFA World Cup 2014, straight to your TV screens through its new programme- GOAL! which is to be telecast daily at 8.30 am and 6. 30 pm respectively.

     
    Ongoing with the sporting extravaganza, Zee News is the only Indian television channel that has associated with Mr. Shobhan Saxena (the only journalist of Indian origin in Latin America) who is going to share exclusive report & minutes by minute’s developments from 11th June – 15th July from Brazil to millions of football enthusiasts in India.

     

    Amid the growing popularity of football in the country, the program is an endeavor by Zee Media Corporation Limited to provide a platform to the football enthusiasts to watch, participate and rejuvenate with every aspect of this great game loved by millions worldwide.

     

    A total of 32 teams from across the globe will participate in the event which will be held from 12th June to 13th July in Brazil. This much awaited, high-on-adrenalin, sports event would be played across 12 venues of the country.

     

    Zee News, a part of Zee Media which is one of the largest and leading media houses in the country is planning to showcase the largest football coverage of this mega sports event. Speaking on this occasion, Mr. Sudhir Chaudhary, Editor, Zee News said, “The channel has lined up interesting programming throughout the day, like- best goal of the day, top players, etc along with a dedicated half an hour special segment in the evening. Viewers can watch the highlights of the World Cup through the 30 second vignettes on upcoming matches-Top 5s: Top 5 Goals/Top 5 Saves/Top 5 Players, Goal of The Day and general stories on the venue, Brazil and its culture and climate.”

     

    All these will be telecast under the umbrella of GOAL, which will be a one stop programme for all you need to know about the FIFA World Cup 2014. The programme will also provide a peek in the past, the famous clashes of yester years and controversies associated with it. ‘GOAL’ will also keep you updated about who is in the running for “Golden Boot” and the most valuable player of the tournament.

     

    Elaborating in details about the programme, Mr. Rohit Kumar, Vice President Marketing, Zee Media Corporation Limited said, “Though India is a Cricket crazy country, millions of people also follow football very closely. The programme “GOAL” is an endeavour to broadcast all the elements they want to watch or know about Football World Cup 2014. The programme is packaged in a manner that it is a must watch for  football freaks”.

     

    So let the fervour and passion for football run high as Zee News calls upon football enthusiasts, to join the ultimate football extravaganza on GOAL!

  • Zee Uttar Pradesh/Uttarakhand Rechristened As ‘Zee Sangam’

    Zee Uttar Pradesh/Uttarakhand Rechristened As ‘Zee Sangam’

    MUMBAI: Zee Uttar Pradesh-Uttarakhand has been an integral part of the news-media landscape of these two states for many years. The channel, as a part of India’s largest news network, Zee Media Corporation Limited, has always been at the forefront with its incisive and unbiased coverage and analysis of news. In recognition of their trust in the channel, viewers in these states have consistently rewarded the channel with the No. 1 rank.  

    Zee Uttar Pradesh-Uttarakhand has now been renamed Zee Sangam, as it is the face and voice of the people of the land of the Sangam. Sangam is a name that symbolizes and epitomizes the essence and is truly representative of a culturally rich region and its proud people.

    Zee Sangam provides its viewers a fusion of local, regional, and global news apart from insightful programming and perspectives on local culture, trends, industry, agriculture, history and heritage. The channel has always showcased the authentic and real face of Uttar Pradesh & Uttarakhand. Whether in highlighting the accomplishments of its people with events like Avadh Samman or by first-on-ground coverage and critical analysis of disasters in Uttarakhand and riots in Muzaffarnagar, the channel has been a forerunner.

    It is therefore no surprise that as the leading news channel of these states, Zee Uttar Pradesh /Uttarakhand has maintained its numero uno position with more than 45% share in the market (CS 15+Tam, Wk 10, UP).

    Mr. Vasindra Mishra – Editor Regional Channel, said, “A symbolically rich name like ‘Sangam’ will create a more intense connect with our viewers as our content is a perfect blend of traditional and modern India. ‘Sangam’ serves its viewers not only with news of Uttar Pradesh & Uttarakhand, but also real-time coverage of national & international news.  Apart from news, there would be a blend of cultural programming, intellectual debates and many more flavors for the viewers of Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand to enjoy. We expect this to further strengthen the affinity that viewers have for our channel.”

  • ZMCL reports 112 per cent PAT growth in Q1-2014 compared to Q1-2013

    BENGALURU: Zee Media Corporation Limited (ZMCL), formerly Zee News Limited announced good growth figures for Q1-2014 as compared to Q1-2013, but middling to flat and lower results when compared to the previous quarter Q4-2013. The Company owns and operates seven news/current affairs and regional language channels, namely Zee News, Zee Business, Zee 24 Taas, Zee 24 Gantalu, Zee Uttar Pradesh Uttarakhand, Zee Madhya Pradesh Chhattisgarh and Zee Punjab Haryana Himachal.

    Let us take a look at the Q1-2014 figures

    ZMCL reported more than doubling of PAT (112 per cent) to Rs 8.51 crore in Q1-2014 as compared to PAT of Rs 4.01 crore in Q1-2013 and a 6.1 per cent growth as compared to Q4-2013.

    Operating revenues grew 12.2 per cent (y-o-y) to Rs 77.68 crore in Q1-2014 as compared to Rs 68.88 crore reported in Q1-2013. However, ZMCL‘s operating revenues for Q1-2014 were 1.7 per cent lower than the Rs 79.04 crore reported for Q4-2013. Income from operations at Rs 70.2 crore in Q1-2014 grew 16.4 per cent from Rs 60.286 crore in Q1-2013.

    Advertising revenues which constituted 68.1 per cent of the total revenues for Q1-2014 grew 14.2 per cent (y-o-y) to Rs 52.9 crore as compared to Rs 46.32 crore (67.2 per cent of total revenues for the quarter) in Q1-2013 and were up 1.4 per cent as compared to the Rs 52.19 crore (66 per cent of the total revenues for the quarter) reported in Q4-2013.

    Subscription revenues in Q1-2014 also grew, albeit at a higher rate of 19.3 per cent to Rs 21 crore (27 per cent of the total revenues for the quarter) as compared to the Rs 17.6 crore (25.6 per cent of the total revenues for the quarter) reported for Q1-2013, but were 5.4 per cent lower than the Rs 22.2 crore (28.1 per cent of total revenues for the quarter) ZMCL reported for Q4-2013.

    Other sales and services saw a drop of 23.2 per cent to Rs 3.78 crore in Q1-2014 from Rs 4.96 crore reported in Q1-2013 and were 19.2 per cent lower than the Rs 4.68 crore for Q4-2013.

    In Q1-2014, total expenses saw a small jump of 7.6 per cent to Rs 68.37 crore from the Rs 63.55 crore reported in Q1-2013 and were 8.1 per cent lower than the Rs 74.4 crore for Q4-2013.

    ZMCL director Punit Goenka said, “Our ambition to reach deeper into the lives of our viewers has led us to change our name from Zee News Limited to Zee Media Corporation Limited. We will continue to pursue growth in the untapped regions of our country and provide them with varied news, infotainment and entertainment content across delivery platforms. Apart from the latest launch of Zee Madhya Pradesh Chhattisgarh, we have also launched Zee Rajasthan recently. The channel has content for all facets of the viewer from Rajasthan, be it crisper local news bulletins, entertainment programmes reflecting the typical lifestyle or discussions on issues related to the common Rajasthani man.”

    ZMCL whole-time director Alok Agrawal said, “Even as we are aggressively expanding our regional channel bouquet, we have not left sight of our current deliverables. We have made efforts to squeeze even more efficiency out of our operations and have restricted increase of various costs. On the other hand, both Advertising and Subscription Revenues have shown an increase over the last year. We have taken special initiatives related to the content which are expected to yield results in the coming quarters.”